The New Science of Management Decision

Allen Newell applied behavior capacity changes chess class of decisions complex systems computer programs courses of action data processing decision maker decision problems decision-making activity decision-making process detail dynamic programming Euclidean geometry example executives factory automation goals Gresham's Law H. A. Simon handling Herbert Heuristic Problem Solving HEURISTIC PROGRAMS hierarchical human problem solving important improve innovation intelligence inventory John Dewey John Wiley kinds large number lative learning linear programming Logic Theorist machines management decision manipulating manufacturing mathematical model mathematical tools means middle-management nonpro nonprogrammed decision operations research Organization structure organizational particular phase players possible courses programmed decision reason relations relatively repetitive response routine School of Commerce scientific management scientists situation skills Solver specific standard operating procedures subgoals subproblems symbols task environment techniques Technology theorems theory tion types of decisions watchmaker Wiley & Sons York York University